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pictorialize

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pik-ˈtȯr-ē-ə-ˌlīz

Definition of pictorialize

as in to illustrate

to supplement with pictorial matter for the purpose of explanation or decoration N.C. Wyeth is remembered for vividly pictorializing a number of classic works of literature

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Created by Violet Matter and illustrated by sh00, Roususu and Drawniels, The Mafia Nanny webcomic has amassed 420 million global views.

— Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026
The project also illustrates the engineering demands that accompany the transition to a new bomber fleet.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Sep. 2026

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